One of the giants in the world of dog breeds is the Great Dane The only dog that is taller on average is the Irish Wolfhound

The guide dog is a dog that has been trained to assist the visually impaired and blind people in their daily lives Their purpose is to guide people through the many different obstacles that could be in their way, while they are trying to navigate to do their daily activities

Among the oldest breeds of hounds is the Afghan hound It may even be the first of these breeds

A Whippet is a mid-sized dog that belongs to the sight hound group of dogs They have short hair and look similar to the greyhounds

The diagnosis of diabetes is becoming a more frequent occurrence in society Not only is the disease being commonly diagnosed in young adults and children but also in dogs

It is not unusual for older dogs to suffer from arthritic symptoms As dogs, and people, become older, their joints often weaken and arthritis occurs

The first tip is that if you have a family with kids, it is important that you sit down with them and talk about bringing in a new dog You need to remind them that your new pet is going to be a little skittish the first few days, especially if you adopt and shelter dog, and that they are going to have to be slow moving to pet them and get their attentions until the get used to being in their new environment

If you have a large back yard or need a dog for protection, a large breed can be your best friend Large dogs, even if they are the friendliest in the world, can be intimidating, and just their size can be enough to ward of people that would do you or your family harm

Dogs can make the perfect pet for almost any family Dogs can be loyal, fun, protective, and very affectionate

Small dogs are great for a number of reasons Unlike medium and large dogs, you don't have to worry about living in a small apartment, or not being able to handle one as you get older